Carolyn Dasher

Coming July 1, 2025

American Sky

It’s 1943. The war rages. Three generations of indomitable women navigate life in an epic and inspiring historical novel about love and war, family secrets, and mothers and daughters finding the freedom to fly. They are determined to navigate whatever comes their way—from the hardships of war and home to love and loss, and to the fallout of a long-held secret that could change their lives forever.

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"A powerful debut novel about three generations of gutsy mothers and daughters who defy norms while grappling with family, self, love and war, ultimately learning to fly— in every sense of the word."
–Jennie Shortridge, author of Love Water Memory
"In an exuberant, compelling read... Carolyn Dasher has given us the very American story of women in flight, and a soaring narrative of the American family."
—Joanna Rose, author of A Small Crowd of Strangers
"Fans of Kristen Hannah will love this beautifully told... exploration of female friendship, family secrets, and the meaning of motherhood."
—Samantha Greene Woodruff, Bestselling author of The Lobotomist’s Wife and The Trade Off
"Smart, immersive and moving, American Sky is a gorgeously crafted story of heart, determination, family & friendship, and kick-ass women. Buckle up for a spectacular ride!"
—Sara Ackerman, USA Today bestselling author of Radar Girls